Job Description

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Description

Innovate UK Business Connect Global Alliance

Global Alliance is Innovate UK Business Connect's global programme, working with over 20 countries at the forefront of international collaboration to drive economic growth and positive societal changes through research and innovation (R&I).

Purpose of the Role

The Project Coordinator - Global Alliance will play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of Innovate UK Business Connect's global programmes that foster the advancement and exploitation of UK research and innovation for the strategic objectives of growing the UK economy and tackling global development needs.




Please note that this position is being recruited for a fixed term basis to 27/03/2026.

Key accountabilities of the role include:

Coordinate a successful and timely delivery of Innovate UK Business Connect's international project portfolio. Work closely with external contractors and overseas agencies on the administration and planning of programmes and mission. Work diligently with Innovate UK Business Connect finance team on project finance and reporting. Contribute towards the capture of Global Alliance KPIs, case studies and CRM contents.


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Roles & Responsibilities

To provide support in the planning, organisation and delivery of Innovate UK Business Connect's evolving international project portfolio. This will involve working across Innovate UK Business Connect sector teams and with external partners and contractors. To work closely with the Global Alliance Africa, Europe and GEM teams. This includes preparing mission scoping documents and the dissemination of project reports by liaising with internal stakeholders and external contractors. To help maintain strong engagement and communication with businesses, counterparts in UKRI, Innovate UK, Government Departments and other relevant stakeholders. To support follow-up activities resulting and ensure outcomes are tracked and captured accordingly. This includes measuring project KPIs and seeking case studies to ensure wider impact. Undertake general administrative activities to support the timely delivery of projects.


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Experience & Skills

Essential Experience

Demonstrable experience in effective organisation and delivery of fast-paced, multi-stakeholder projects. An understanding of research and innovation, with a strong appetite for learning new fields and skills. Experience and aptitude in managing and working with external and internal stakeholders. Demonstrable competencies in using Microsoft Office 365 including management and upkeep of project critical documents. Experience in reviewing technical documents.

Desirable Experience

Degree qualified or equivalent. Project Management qualification, such as Prince2, APM or PMP is advantageous.

Skills

This role requires a highly motivated, self-starting and results oriented individual with a strong project support and coordination skills. A good communicator with well-developed written and verbal skills, able to work in a cross-functional team. Comfortable working autonomously with little supervision and as a team member as required. Must have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 packages plus project delivery and organisational skills. Able to deliver in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to undertake regular domestic travel and occasional international travel.


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Benefits & how to apply

This role is Grade 6 with a salary of 31,786 to 32,000 28 days annual leave plus 10.5 bank and public holidays Enhanced Pension Plan Life Assurance Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Wider Wallet employee benefits high street discounts scheme Opportunities for continuous professional development as part of our Talent & Development Programme
This advert will close on Tuesday 24th June.


First stage interviews will be held w/c 30th June.



Second stage interviews will be held w/c 7th July.

Please apply by submitting a tailored cover letter outlining your suitability with specifics relating to the requirements of the role, and your CV outlining your experience.


Applicants must have the existing and ongoing right to work in the UK without restrictions as sponsorship for visas is not provided. Unfortunately, owing to the high number of applications received, we can only provide feedback to applicants selected for interview.



This role requires employees to

complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity further, please contact the Recruitment Team by email at recruitment@iukbc.org.uk.


Innovate UK Business Connect strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can all be ourselves. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry: people of colour, LGBTQ+ community, women, disabled people, people of any age or family status. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions.


We do not discriminate on the basis of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to removing barriers for individuals with conditions, illnesses or disabilities and we will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, and in their future role.


If you would like to request any reasonable adjustment, for any part of the recruitment process (including application), please let us know by emailing recruitment@iukbc.org.uk###

About Innovate UK Business Connect

We connect ideas, people, and communities to drive innovation that changes lives.



Innovation is complex. The journey from idea to market is not straightforward and requires a diverse range of know-how, investment, market knowledge and research. Innovate UK Business Connect exists to connect innovators with new partners and new opportunities beyond their existing thinking - accelerating ambitious ideas into real-world solutions.



The future holds both challenges and opportunities. We are passionate about working with innovative businesses to overcome these challenges and shape the opportunities and solutions that follow.



Our vision is to create a network of innovators so powerful its ideas will change the world.



While business is at the heart of our work, our diverse connections span government, funders, research and the third sector. This unrivalled overview and connectivity enable us to be a trusted guide through a complex global landscape of research, development, and innovation.